Durban University of Technology 2024 Applications.

Durban University of Technology 2024 Applications.

Application must be made via the application forms (obtainable from the International School Office or download it from the website: www.dut.ac.za), and a non-refundable application fee must accompany all applications. The early bird closing date for applications is February 22; late closing date is April 25.
Fees
Information about the full cost of the programme and the dates are available on the International School website at http://www.dut.ac.za. The fee covers accommodation, instruction, materials, and travel arrangements as part of individual courses, tours and a visit to a game park. All other costs are to be met by the students. A US $150 deposit must be paid, after admission, to secure a place (by February 22 for early applications or April 25 for late applications).
Method of Payment
Payment of fees from countries other than South Africa should be made by:

  • An electronic transfer to the Durban University of Technology (International School) Account Number: 050007068 at STANDARD BANK, Durban Main Branch; Branch Code 040026; SWIFT Code: SBZAZAJJ; Reference: G997 301374 (and name of student).

Please supply your name and address, and state that the payment is for the International School, and scan/e-mail proof of payments to: international@dut.ac.za.
Please note

  1. 1. Notification of acceptance will be sent not later than May 30. If you have provided an
    E-mail address you will obviously get news much sooner.
  2. You must then arrange to pay the balance of the fees.
  3. Please scan and email proof of payment to international@dut.ac.za
  4. Visa: U.S. citizens are expected to apply for a travel visa to enter South Africa.

REGISTRATION

Steps to follow before you can register (This information is for those first-time registering undergraduate students who have been accepted into a programme of study at DUT)
Undergraduate Students

    1. You must have:
      • Made an application through the CAO and paid the application fee
      • Been accepted into the academic programme you have applied for
      • Met the DUT’s minimum admission requirements (view requirements)
      • Filled in the Indemnity Form Download – if you are under age (younger than 18 years of age) this form must be filled in and signed by your parent/guardian.
      • Filled in the Surety Form Download – which must be completed by the individual responsible for the payment of all your fees, in compliance with the National Credit Act. The signature of the surety must be verified and stamped by a Commissioner of Oaths.
    2. Documents to be produced:
      • Original Senior Certificate or Statement of Results
      • Original I.D. document
      • If you are coming from another university – you must produce an original academic record / diploma / degree and certificate of conduct. If you require exemption of credits you must obtain an Application for Exemption form from the relevant Faculty Office
      • Indemnity and Surety Form Download Indemnity Form / Download Suretyship Form
      • Study Permit (international students)
      • Passport (international students)
      • SAQA Evaluation (where relevant)
    3. Finance Matters
      • Surety Form
        The Surety Form must be signed by the parent / guardian in the presence of a Commissioner of Oaths. If you do not have a Commissioner of Oaths certification of the surety signature, you must be accompanied by the surety / parent / guardian (and their identity document) to the registration venue where the surety section must be signed in the presence of our Commissioner of Oaths.
        The following categories of students will be exempt from surety compliance but will still need to complete the surety form (except for the surety signature) and proceed to Finance Admin checking stage for surety clearance :

        • Sponsored Students: Students must produce their sponsor letter to Finance for approval/verification.
        • Employed Students: Students must produce Proof of Employment, eg. recent payslip, staff card, letter from employer etc. to Finance Admin Checking.
        • Staff and/or Staff Dependants: Staff / staff dependants are to produce the completed and approved staff remission form to Finance, together with the surety form.
        • NSFAS/Bursary Students: Those students who qualify for 100% NSFAS loans / bursaries will produce the relevant letter from Financial Aid to Finance. Those students who do not qualify for 100% NSFAS loans / bursaries, will have to complete the surety form and submit to Finance, together with a letter from Financial Aid which indicates that the student does not qualify for 100% NSFAS loan / bursary.
        • Edu-loan: Students who qualify for Edu-loan are to produce their Edu-loan approval slips to Finance.
      • 2024 First Instalment (non-residence students)
        The following first instalment is compulsory on the day of registration:

        • Annual students (Tuition only): R3 420. This can be paid directly into the DUT Bank Account – you must use your student number as the reference (download bank details & deposit slip)
        • Semester students (Tuition only): R2 100. This can be paid directly into the DUT Bank Account – you must use your student number as the reference (download bank details & deposit slip)
      • 2024 First Instalment (residence students)
        The following first instalment is compulsory on the day of registration:

        • Annual students (tuition plus residence): R6 840. This can be paid directly into the DUT Bank Account – you must use your student number as the reference (download bank details & deposit slip)
        • Semester students (tuition plus residence): R4 200. This can be paid directly into the DUT Bank Account – you must use your student number as the reference (download bank details & deposit slip)

Please note:
1. NSFAS students are required to pay their family contributions, if any, on registration as their first instalment. If the family contribution exceeds the above-mentioned amounts, the difference must be paid according to the Durban University of Technologies’ fee instalment plan.
2. In the event of the fees costing less than the first instalment requested by the University, the lesser amount will be payable on registration.

  1. Registration Dates:
    • Register on the day and in the venue advertised on the registration timetable.
      N.B. If you do not do this your place in the programme may be lost.
    • Bring your own pen to registration